🔭 Wonderer’s Log #015: Expedition Forward With Wonder - Arc of Open Palms - The Odyssey of the Wild Truth
This is where my mind, heart, and action converge - footprints on a shared journey.
So that together we can explore and share what it means to be human - with curiosity, connection, purpose, and care.
✨ Summary
This expedition has been a journey of self-discovery and growth. I've been reflecting on the things that bring me joy and fulfillment, and I've been trying to prioritise them in my daily life. I've also been practicing self-care and self-compassion, and I've been trying to create space for rest and relaxation. One of the biggest insights I've had is the importance of setting boundaries and prioritising my own needs. I've realised that I don't have to say yes to everything, and that it's okay to say no to things that don't align with my values or goals. I've also been thinking about the stories I tell myself about my limitations, and how I can challenge them. I've been trying to cultivate a sense of curiosity and wonder, and I've been exploring new ways of being and living.
📚 Read / Listened To
🎧 The Tim Ferriss Show (Website or Spotify)
🧠📖 Good Inside: A Practical Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be by Becky Kennedy (Amazon) - Still Reading.
🧭 Reflections
🗂️ From the Project Manager's Desk
“Team, I want to acknowledge the hard work and dedication that each of you has been bringing to our projects. I know that it's not always easy, and that there are often challenges and setbacks. But I want to encourage you to keep pushing forward, and to remember that our work is making a difference in the world. Let's keep striving for excellence, and let's support each other along the way.”
💬 Advice from My Best Friend
“Mate, I think you're doing a great job of prioritising your own needs and taking care of yourself. Don't be too hard on yourself, and remember that it's okay to make mistakes. You're not alone in this journey, and there are people who care about you and want to support you. Keep being kind to yourself, and keep pushing forward.”
🧓 Elder You Has Some Thoughts
⚠️ Worst Timeline Warning: “Don't let fear and doubt hold you back from pursuing your dreams and goals.” 🌟 Best Timeline Encouragement: “Keep pushing forward, even when it's hard. You are capable and strong, and you can achieve great things.”
🧠 Narrative Affirmations
I am capable and competent in all that I do.
I trust myself and my abilities.
I am worthy of love, care, and respect - from myself and others.
🌱 Expedition’s Wisdoms
Cultivate Curiosity and Wonder - Approaching life with a sense of curiosity and wonder can help you stay engaged, motivated, and inspired, and can lead to new discoveries and experiences. Challenge Limiting Beliefs - The stories you tell yourself about your limitations can hold you back from achieving your goals and pursuing your dreams, and it's essential to challenge and reframe them to unlock your full potential. Embrace Rest and Reflection - Taking time to rest and reflect can help you recharge, gain new insights, and make progress towards your goals, and is an essential part of a healthy and balanced life.
🔍 Pattern Noticed: I've noticed a pattern that when I prioritise my own needs and take care of myself, I'm more productive, creative, and fulfilled. I've also noticed that when I'm feeling overwhelmed and stressed, it's often because I've taken on too much and neglected my own needs.
💡 Questions I’m Sitting With:
What are the things that bring me joy and fulfillment, and how can I prioritise them in my daily life?
How can I continue to cultivate a sense of curiosity and wonder in my daily life?
What are the stories I tell myself about my limitations, and how can I challenge them?
🌗 Effort & Practice Reflections
🧍♂️ Personal & Pursuits & Presence
Released a new article on my blog
Started a new project at work
Practiced yoga and meditation daily
Spent quality time with loved ones
Took a break from social media to focus on self-care.
🟢 What I Navigated Well - I navigated a difficult conversation with a colleague by staying calm and listening actively, which helped me to understand their perspective and find a resolution. I felt a sense of pride and accomplishment in being able to handle the situation effectively, and it reminded me of the importance of effective communication in building strong relationships.
🟡 Where I Lost the Map (But Found Myself) - I lost my way when I took on too much at work and neglected my own needs, which led to burnout and exhaustion. However, this experience taught me the importance of prioritizing self-care and setting boundaries, and I was able to forgive myself for not being perfect and for making mistakes. I realized that it's okay to ask for help and that taking care of myself is essential to being able to show up fully in my life and work.
🔴 The Crash Site Report (With Kind Debrief) - I experienced a setback when I didn't meet a deadline, which was frustrating and disappointing. However, I was able to reframe the experience as an opportunity to learn and grow, and I practiced self-compassion by acknowledging that mistakes are a natural part of the learning process. I forgave myself for not being perfect and for making mistakes, and I'm moving forward by breaking down larger tasks into smaller, more manageable steps and prioritizing my tasks more effectively. I'm also reminding myself that it's okay to make mistakes and that I can always learn from them.
Not Aligned:
Always Explore and Learn – I didn't take time to learn a new skill this week, and instead focused on completing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Respecting and Empathising – I didn't prioritise self-care and took on too much, which led to burnout and neglect of my own needs.
Offering Love – I didn't share my experiences, skills, and creations with others, and instead kept them to myself.
Aligned
Seeking Understanding – I took time to reflect on my values and priorities, and sought to understand the world and its mechanisms.
Playing and Experimenting – I tried a new hobby and explored new interests, which helped me stay engaged and motivated.
Immerse Yourself – I immersed myself in new experiences and environments, which helped me learn and grow as a person.
⏩ Next Expedition’s Intentions
Start a new project at work.
Prioritise self-care and take breaks.
Practice gratitude and reflection daily.
Cultivate curiosity and wonder in daily life.
📡 Resonant Truths
"Not all demands are equal. Filter requests and obligations through the lens of whether they are for your growth and wellbeing, or merely of you for someone else's agenda." - Wondering Chris
"Rest is a form of resistance. In a world that thrives on extraction, choosing to rest is a radical act." - Wondering Chris
"You don’t owe your presence to the powerful or the prideful. Refuse to be drawn into their games. Let them crash on their own momentum." - Wondering Chris
"Your effort isn’t just hard work—it’s thoughtful, skilled, and deeply human. Progress made with care outlasts what’s fueled only by pressure." - Wondering Chris
Let’s hold this next breath lightly. Not because it’s easy, but because it’s ours.
Until next time,
Chris, the Wonderer
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🌌 More Wonderings Beyond This Path – Curiosity Leads, Wonder Follows:
In the Same Vein – Keep Wondering
A New Trail to Wonder
